If we think the Reformation was about us ‘fixing what they got wrong’ we miss the point. The Reformation always is and will be, because the Father constantly seeks the lonely, those lacking self worth and esteem, the outsider. Live like you are loved….because you are!

You are chosen by God, you are loved! Deny anything else that tells you otherwise. Come to St Paul’s this Sunday, 10am and hear what Pastor Pete has to say! EVERYONE is welcome. 428 N.Erie Street, right opposite Lucas County Courthouse. See you in Church!

Dear Friend: It’s been a few years since we’ve had the First Thursday lunch series in Toledo, and we think the times call for us to start it up again. We have a program we think you’ll find interesting and fascinating. Please consider it! First Thursdays in October-November and January-April, noon to 1:15 …

I have a vision of what social ministry and community engagement could be in the coming year at St Paul’s. The working parties will add to this foundation. I share this vision below. Teaching crock pot cooking, providing demonstrations, recipes, food and crockpots. The program would be for small groups of 10 people (or …

Plenty4all is an international humanitarian organization committed to feeding every child on this planet. To feed every child on this planet it is also necessary to feed their parents and families also. Everybody Eats! http://www.plenty4all.net/about-us.htm ​ We must look beyond our differences. Look to the light of God that shines so brightly in the …

CULTURE AT THE CROSSROADS: Critical sssues of our time. This is a brand new group that will be meeting at noon on the First thursday of the month, beginning this October, in the St Paul’s social Room. Oregon City Administrator Mike Beazley will kick off the new First Thursday luncheon series October 5 with Threats …

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March2018

Being Muslim In America Today - Dr. Samina Z. Hasan

Samina Hasan M.D is a member of the United Muslim Association of Toledo. She is involved in the community in an effort to overcome the barriers of racism and bigotry. Dr Hasan has been involved in the general community for years tackling important social issues.

Parking will be available for free in the Kwik Park lot next to St Paul’s—Simply have your parking ticket validated when you enter the door and pay for lunch.*This is a wheelchair accessible entrance.

Cost: $15 including a light lunch.RSVP: One week prior to the First Thursday event. RSVP to FirstThursdayToledo@gmail.com

Brought to you by the Association of U.S. Catholic Priests Toledo Chapter Social Justice Subcommittee and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, downtown Toledo

This exhibit of shoes and photos tells the moving story of everyday Toledo folks and their spiritual journeys. Reading the short narratives accompanying each pair of shoes, you will engage in uplifting moments of challenge, the heartache of being forced to leave your home, examples of inner strength, successes, accomplishments, isolation, regret and exuberant joy. These stories will move you and make you laugh in a very memorable gallery exhibit.Thursday March 15 at 5:00-8:00pm - Meet the Artist Accompanying the exhibit are black and white photos by James Dickerson, featuring portraits of those he meets on the streets of Toledo.*Free parking is available in the Kwik Park lot beside the church. Enter through the side door accessible from the parking lot. Wheelchair ramp is through the first door on the right and leads directly to the elevator. Take the elevator up 1 floor turn left and enter the Gallery.

This exhibit of shoes and photos tells the moving story of everyday Toledo folks and their spiritual journeys. Reading the short narratives accompanying each pair of shoes, you will engage in uplifting moments of challenge, the heartache of being forced to leave your home, examples of inner strength, successes, accomplishments, isolation, regret and exuberant joy. These stories will move you and make you laugh in a very memorable gallery exhibit.Thursday March 15 at 5:00-8:00pm - Meet the Artist Accompanying the exhibit are black and white photos by James Dickerson, featuring portraits of those he meets on the streets of Toledo.*Free parking is available in the Kwik Park lot beside the church. Enter through the side door accessible from the parking lot. Wheelchair ramp is through the first door on the right and leads directly to the elevator. Take the elevator up 1 floor turn left and enter the Gallery.

This exhibit of shoes and photos tells the moving story of everyday Toledo folks and their spiritual journeys. Reading the short narratives accompanying each pair of shoes, you will engage in uplifting moments of challenge, the heartache of being forced to leave your home, examples of inner strength, successes, accomplishments, isolation, regret and exuberant joy. These stories will move you and make you laugh in a very memorable gallery exhibit.Thursday March 15 at 5:00-8:00pm - Meet the Artist Accompanying the exhibit are black and white photos by James Dickerson, featuring portraits of those he meets on the streets of Toledo.*Free parking is available in the Kwik Park lot beside the church. Enter through the side door accessible from the parking lot. Wheelchair ramp is through the first door on the right and leads directly to the elevator. Take the elevator up 1 floor turn left and enter the Gallery.

There will be 14 stations representing the crucifixion of Jesus. A reader will be at each station and "Were You There" will be sung while traveling from station to station. The stations will begin on St. Paul's front steps on Erie St and travel to Adams, then Michigan, Jackson and return to our front steps.